It started almost 3 years ago when a friend gifted Tom one month to work out with him for an hour. It was scheduled twice a week, with his personal trainer. This is all it took for Tom to begin working out on a regular basis. It helps to have a friend to work out with and even better to have another friend who is your personal trainer, double accountability.

A year later the guys offered to take us girls to lunch regularly if we would join them; and so began what we call jokingly call The Geriatric Hour at the gym. 😂

We used to grunt a lot when standing or sitting because it was an effort to do so. Now we grunt when standing or sitting because our muscles are sore from working out regularly.

This weekend Tom and I made a pact—if one of us grunts we have to repeat what we did to make us grunt without making any sounds. Amazing how this has worked!

It is even more amazing how much stronger we have become being consistent in our workouts.

On our recent trip to two National Parks, we were able to walk, climb and hike as much as we wanted. Three years ago, I don’t think this would have been the case.

We thank God for this gift and don’t take it for granted, since there are no guarantees for prolonged health or strength. But as long as we are able, we will make the most of this time we have together. It is hard, but we have a lot of fun laughing with and at each other; this is the best remedy for combating old age syndrome.

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Thank you for dropping by today. We pray your week is filled with opportunities to connect heart to heart. And maybe squeeze in a long walk—your hearts will thank you. Just don’t grunt! 🤣

Blessings,

Tom and Debi ❤️❤️